Mr. Mike Berro
Owner
BCS Software
13432 Lochrin Lane
Sylmar, CA  91342
(818) 362-6031

25 Nov 86


Dear Video Professional:

   BCS Software produces software and hardware for video and
film applications.  Two products currently on the market are
E-LISTER and The Time Code Reader Program.  E-LISTER is a
full-featured program that allows you to create standard format
edit decision lists.  The Time Code Reader Program allows your
Apple to read SMPTE time code, which can then be used to build
edit or cue lists, test for dropouts or "glitches" that can ruin
an edit session, or simply display the time code in large, easy
to read characters.

   In addition to the above two programs, I have also designed
software for many custom applications.  Several customers are
currently using the Time Code Cue Controller to automatically
trigger a character generator to insert captions over a video
program.  A list of up to 1600 events can be entered into the
computer, which then sends a programmable pulse to the character
generator or switcher at the correct times.

   I also have software that allows lists on the Apple to be
transferred directly to CMX editing equipment.  One customer is
using the automatic edit list feature of the Time Code Reader
Program to generate a list from the off-line edited tape, and
then transfer the list to a CMX-340XP.  The whole process takes
slightly longer than it takes to simply play the tape.

   I am currently working on the same software for the Amiga. 
I feel that the Amiga is the perfect computer for the video
professional.  This software will take full advantage of the
genlocking and interlace capabilities, allowing it to become a
full-featured character generator.  Demo versions of the software
should be available by January 1987.

   I am always interested in new applications for the computer
in video production and post-production.  I can program the
Apple, the IBM, the Radio Shack portables (very handy for the
field), and the Amiga.  Most of the custom programs I have
developed cost less than $400.  I can also design and build any
interface devices that you might need.

   I have worked as systems engineer for Compact Video and RTS
Systems, and in video production for Ruxton, Ltd.  I have found
that the right software can save a lot of man-hours.  Let me know
what your needs are.

Sincerely,
Mike Berro